The Kremlin has dismissed Western warnings that Vladimir Putin seeks to revive the Soviet Union or target NATO states, calling such claims “complete stupidity” amid deepening geopolitical tensions.
A 7.5-magnitude earthquake struck off northern Japan late Monday, injuring at least 30 people and cutting power to thousands of homes as officials warn of possible aftershocks.
A fire at a seven-storey building in Jakarta has killed at least 20 people, with officials still searching for survivors after the blaze swept through the offices of Terra Drone Indonesia.
Israel has launched new airstrikes across southern Lebanon, violating a fragile ceasefire with Hezbollah. Homes were damaged and tensions rose as UN officials warned of potential war crimes.
Japan accuses China of aggressive drills and radar lock-on near Okinawa, escalating regional tensions. Beijing denies the charges as diplomatic friction intensifies.